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Model LRA2900A
Remote Access Server (RAS)
Getting Started Guide
CUSTOMER
SUPPORT
INFORMATION
Order toll-free in the U.S. 24 hours, 7 A.M. Monday to midnight Friday: 877-877-BBOX
FREE technical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746
Mail order: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018
Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com
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Radio and TV Interference
The LRA2900A Series generates and uses radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly—that
is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions—may cause interference to radio and television
reception. The LRA2900A Series has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection from such interference in a commercial installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the LRA2900A Series causes interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by disconnecting the cables, try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures: moving the computing equipment away from the receiver, re-orienting
the receiving antenna, and/or plugging the receiving equipment into a different AC outlet (such that the computing equipment and receiver are on different branches)
This device is not intended to be connected to the public telephone network in Europe.
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Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Industry Canada Notice
The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means
that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company’s inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be
extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be
aware that compliance with the above condition may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to some certified equipment should be made by an authorized maintenance facility designated by the
supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give
the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure
for their own protection that the ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic
water pipe system, are connected together. This protection may be particularly important in rural areas
Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.
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FCC Compliance
The LRA2900A has been tested and found to comply with the specifications found in Part 68 of the FCC rules and
regulations. A label on the equipment bears the FCC registration number. You may be requested to provide this
information to your telephone company. The telephone company may decide to temporarily dicontinue your service
if they believe that the LRA2900A may cause harm to the telephone network. Whenever possible the telephone
company will attempt to notify you in advance. You have a right, if you choose, to file a complaint with the FCC.
FCC Information
The LRA2900A Series has been tested and registered in compliance with the specifications in Part 68 of the
FCC rules. A label on the equipment bears the FCC registration number. You may be requested to provide this
information to your telephone company. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper operation of the LRA2900A Series. If this happens,
the telephone company should give you advance notice to prevent the interruption of your service. The telephone company may decide to temporarily discontinue your service if they believe your LRA2900A Series may
cause harm to the telephone network. Whenever possible, they will contact you in advance. If you elect to do
so, you have the right to file a complaint with the FCC. If you have any trouble operating the LRA2900A
Series, please contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500. The telephone company may ask you to
disconnect the equipment from the telephone network until the problem has been corrected or until you are
certain that the LRA2900A Series is not malfunctioning. In accordance with FCC rules and regulation CFR
47 68.218(b)(6), you must notify the telephone company prior to disconnection. The following information
may be required when applying to your local telephone company for leased line facilities. The Universal Service
Order Code (USOC) is RJ 48C. The Facility Interface Codes (FIC) are 04DU9-BN, 04DU9-DN, 04DU91KN, and 04DU9-1SN. The Service Order Code (SOC) is 6.0Y.
Facility
Service
1.544 Mbps SF format without line power 04DU9-BN 6.0Y RJ48C
1.544 Mbps SF and B8ZS without line power 04DU9-DN 6.0Y RJ48C
1.544 Mbps ANSI ESF without line power 04DU9-1KN 6.0Y RJ48C
1.544 Mbps ANSI ESF and B8ZS without line power 04DU9-1SN 6.0Y RJ48C
Interface Code
Service
Code
Network
Connection
FCC Part 68 Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules. Please note the following:
1. You are required to request service from the telephone company before you connnect the CSU to a network. When you request service, you must provide the telephone company with the following data.
When you request T1 Service, you must provide the telephone company with the Facility Interface Code.
Provide the telephone company with both of the following codes: 04DU9-B (1.544 MB D4 framing format) and 04DU9-C (1.544 MB ESF format). The telephone company will select the code it has available. The Service Order Code(s) (SOC): 6.0Y. The required Universal Service Order Code (USOC) jack:
RJ 48C. The make, model number, and FCC Registration number of the CSU.
2. Your telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could
affect the proper functioning of your equipment. The telephone company will notify you in advance of such
changes to give you and opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.
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3. If your CSU causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue
your service. If possible, they will notify you in advance, but if advance notice is not practical, you will be
notified as soon as possible and will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
4. If you experience trouble with the CSU, please contact Black Box Corp. for service or repairs. Repairs
should be performed only by Black Box Corp.
5. You are required to notify the telephone company when you disconnect the CSU from the network.
CE Notice
The CE symbol on your Black Box equipment indicates that it is in compliance with the Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) directive and the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) of the European Union (EU). A Certificate of Compliance is available by contacting Technical Support.
Trademarks Used In This Manual
All applied-for and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
Instrucciones De Seguridad
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea
operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo,
sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el
fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabri-
cante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las
instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del
aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se
debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de
calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
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11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo
de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea elimi-
nada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados
por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos
donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo
de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u
orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
— A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; o
— B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
— C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
— D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
— E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
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Contents
About this guide ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Audience................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Structure................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Typographical conventions used in this document.................................................................................................. 8
General conventions .........................................................................................................................................8
Mouse conventions ...........................................................................................................................................9
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 11
Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server overview................................................................................................12
Hardware overview................................................................................................................................................13
WAN ..............................................................................................................................................................13
LAN ...............................................................................................................................................................13
Signaling .........................................................................................................................................................14
Modems ..........................................................................................................................................................14
RS-232 control port ........................................................................................................................................14
Power system ..................................................................................................................................................14
Central processing unit ...................................................................................................................................14
Temperature ...................................................................................................................................................14
Altitude ...........................................................................................................................................................14
Humidity ........................................................................................................................................................14
Physical dimensions ........................................................................................................................................15
Security ...........................................................................................................................................................15
Management services ......................................................................................................................................15
LED display ....................................................................................................................................................16
Approvals ..............................................................................................................................................................17
Software overview..................................................................................................................................................18
2 Hardware installation.................................................................................................................................... 19
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................20
Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS.................................................................................................................20
RAS chassis installation..........................................................................................................................................20
Cable installation...................................................................................................................................................21
Installing the power cables ..............................................................................................................................21
Grounding the Model LRA2900A ..................................................................................................................22
Connecting the Ethernet ports ........................................................................................................................23
Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet switch or hub ...............................................23
Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet-capable workstation .....................................24
Connecting the EIA-561 RS-232 configuration port ......................................................................................24
Connecting to the T1/E1/PRI WAN ports .....................................................................................................24
Completing the hardware installation....................................................................................................................25
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3 Configuring the RAS for operation ............................................................................................................... 27
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................28
Configuration prerequisites ...................................................................................................................................28
Preparing the RAS for configuration......................................................................................................................28
Configuring the RAS with a Web browser.............................................................................................................31
Opening the RAS Web Administration Pages .................................................................................................32
Home page overview .......................................................................................................................................33
Configuring simple authentication ..................................................................................................................35
No Validation ...........................................................................................................................................35
A Static User .............................................................................................................................................36
Configuring dial-in user information ..............................................................................................................37
Configuring the default gateway .....................................................................................................................39
Configuring line settings and signaling for E1 .................................................................................................40
Configuring the line settings .....................................................................................................................41
Setting the line signaling for an E1/PRI (ISDN) line .................................................................................41
Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 line ...............................................................................................41
Channel assignment ..................................................................................................................................43
Configuring line settings and signaling for T1 ................................................................................................44
Configuring the line settings .....................................................................................................................44
Setting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line .........................................................................................44
Setting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 line ......................................................................................44
Channel assignment ..................................................................................................................................45
Saving your configuration......................................................................................................................................45
Completing the installation ...................................................................................................................................47
4 Operation and shutdown .............................................................................................................................. 49
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................50
Activating the RAS ................................................................................................................................................50
De-activating the RAS...........................................................................................................................................50
5 Troubleshooting and maintenance ................................................................................................................ 51
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................52
Fault analysis .........................................................................................................................................................53
Periodic maintenance ............................................................................................................................................54
Calibration ......................................................................................................................................................54
Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................................54
Replacing the RAS ..........................................................................................................................................54
Exporting the current RAS configuration ..................................................................................................54
Removing the defective RAS .....................................................................................................................56
Installing the replacement RAS .................................................................................................................57
Verifying the hardware installation ............................................................................................................57
Importing a saved configuration ................................................................................................................57
Completing the installation .......................................................................................................................61
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6 Contacting Black Box for assistance.............................................................................................................. 63
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................64
Contact information..............................................................................................................................................64
Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)...................................................................64
Warranty coverage ..........................................................................................................................................64
Out-of-warranty service .............................................................................................................................64
Returns for credit ......................................................................................................................................64
Return for credit policy .............................................................................................................................65
RMA numbers ................................................................................................................................................65
Shipping instructions ................................................................................................................................65
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About this guide
This guide describes installing and configuring a Black Box Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server (RAS).
By the time you are finished with this guide, your RAS will be receiving calls and transferring data. The
instructions in this guide are based on the following assumptions:
• The RAS will connect to a T1, E1, or PRI line
• Callers will dial-in and connect with a V.92/V.90/K56Flex/V.34 or ISDN modem using PPP
• There is a LAN connected to the Ethernet port of the RAS
Audience
This guide is intended for the following users:
• Operators
• Installers
• Maintenance technicians
Structure
This guide contains the following chapters and appendices:
• Chapter 1 describes the RAS
• Chapter 2 describes installing the RAS hardware
• Chapter 3 describes configuring the RAS for use
• Chapter 4 details how to power up and deactivate the RAS
• Chapter 5 contains troubleshooting and maintenance information
For best results, read the contents of this guide before you install the RAS.
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Precautions
Notes and cautions, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become
aware of potential RAS problems:
Note
Calls attention to important information.
The shock hazard symbol and WARNING heading indicate a potential electric
shock hazard. Strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid injury caused
by electric shock.
The alert symbol and WARNING heading indicate a potential safety hazard.
Strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid personal injury.
The shock hazard symbol and CAUTION heading
indicate a potential electric shock hazard. Strictly follow the instructions to avoid property damage
caused by electric shock.
The alert symbol and CAUTION heading indicate a
potential hazard. Strictly follow the instructions to
avoid property damage.
Typographical conventions used in this document
This section describes the typographical conventions and terms used in this guide.
General conventions
The procedures described in this manual use the following text conventions:
Table 1. General conventions
Convention Meaning
Futura bold type
Italicized Futura type
Futura type
Garamond bold type
< >
Are you ready?
% dir *.*
Indicates the names of menu bar options.
Indicates the names of options on pull-down menus.
Indicates the names of fields or windows.
Indicates the names of command buttons that execute an
action.
Angle brackets indicate function and keyboard keys, such
as <SHIFT>, <CTRL>, <C>, and so on.
All system messages and prompts appear in the Courier
font as the system would display them.
Bold Courier font indicates where the operator must type a
response or command
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Mouse conventions
The following conventions are used when describing mouse actions:
Table 2. Mouse conventions
Convention Meaning
Left mouse button
Right mouse button This button refers the secondary or rightmost mouse button (unless
Point This word means to move the mouse in such a way that the tip of
Click Means to quickly press and release the left or right mouse button
Double-click Means to press and release the same mouse button two times quickly
Drag This word means to point the arrow and then hold down the left or
This button refers to the primary or leftmost mouse button (unless
you have changed the default configuration).
you have changed the default configuration).
the pointing arrow on the screen ends up resting at the desired location.
(as instructed in the procedure). Make sure you do not move the
mouse pointer while clicking a mouse button.
right mouse button (as instructed in the procedure) as you move the
mouse to a new location. When you have moved the mouse pointer
to the desired location, you can release the mouse button.
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Chapter 1
Chapter contents
Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server overview................................................................................................15
Hardware overview................................................................................................................................................16
WAN ..............................................................................................................................................................16
LAN ...............................................................................................................................................................16
Signaling .........................................................................................................................................................17
Modems ..........................................................................................................................................................17
RS-232 control port ........................................................................................................................................17
Power system ..................................................................................................................................................17
Central processing unit ...................................................................................................................................17
Temperature ...................................................................................................................................................17
Altitude ...........................................................................................................................................................17
Humidity ........................................................................................................................................................17
Physical dimensions ........................................................................................................................................18
Security ...........................................................................................................................................................18
Management services ......................................................................................................................................18
LED display ....................................................................................................................................................19
Approvals ..............................................................................................................................................................20
Software overview..................................................................................................................................................21
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Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server overview
The Model LRA2900A is a central site remote access server with integrated modems which terminate dial-up
analog and digital users. The Model LRA2900A RAS combines up to 120 analog and digital modems, RAS
software, a 10/100 Ethernet port, IP Routing, Frame Relay/PPP forwarding, and four T1/E1 WAN ports.
The LRA2900A RAS simultaneously consolidates analog modem and digital ISDN remote access connections
(over PSTN digital trunks) using a completely digital approach. Up to four T1/E1/PRI ports provide PSTN
and/or PABX connectivity and terminate up to 120 analog modem or digital ISDN calls within a single chassis. The Model LRA2900A incorporates channel bank, terminal server, router and modem functionality in a
self-contained, compact package.
Figure 1. Model LRA2900A RAS
Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server overview
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Hardware overview
The Model LRA2900A RAS is a fully integrated remote access server for central site concentration of analog
and digital modem calls. The RAS (see figure 2) comprises a 1U-high 17-inch wide chassis that contains a
motherboard and two dual-redundant power supplies. A full set of LEDs are present on the chassis front panel,
while connections for WAN, LAN, and control ports are present on the rear of the chassis. Two IEC-320
receptacles provide for AC power input. Optional DC power supplies with 32 to 72 VDC are available.
Figure 2. Model LRA2900A RAS features
WAN
The RAS includes four WAN ports, each of which is software-selectable for T1, E1 or PRI operation. These
WAN ports are provided via balanced RJ-48C interfaces. They also include:
• Built-in T1/E1 CSU/DSU
• T1 1.544 Mbps with: D4 or ESF framing, AMI or B8ZS, FCC part 68 compliant
• E1 2.048 Mbps with: Double frame or CRC4 framing, AMI/HDB3, CTR-4, and CTR-12 compliant
LAN
The 10/100-Mbps Ethernet LAN port is presented on an RJ-45 connector with an auto-sensing/full-duplex
10Base-T or 100Base-T interface. It also includes:
• 100Base-TX half-/full-duplex operation (100 + 100)
• 10Base-T half-/full-duplex operation (10 + 10)
• Auto detection and fallback
• 10/100 Mbps link and status indicators
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Signaling
Robbed-bit, R1, R2, Q.921/Q.931
Modems
Up to 120 V.92, V.90, K56Flex, V.34+, or ISDN B-channel digital calls (additional ports/functionality can be
added by installing optional PMC expansion modules)
RS-232 control port
An RS-232 port provides for initial configuration of the RAS. The RS-232 port also supports:
• Asynchronous data at 19.2 kbps
• An RJ-45 connector with EIA-561 pinout
• A VT-100 console management interface
• Hardware CD and DTR signals for external modem support
Power system
• Fixed internal dual-redundant, load-sharing power supplies
• Universal-input voltage range, 90 to 260 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• Optional DC power supply with 36 to 72 VDC
• Power consumption: less than 35 watts.
Central processing unit
The LRA2900A is powered by a RISC-based Intel model i80960VH processor operating at 100 MHz. The
CPU executes the LAN protocol, IP routing, WAN protocol, management and authentication software. It also
sup-ports:
• 4 Mbytes of FLASH memory
• 32 Mbytes of EDO DRAM
Temperature
Operating range: 32 to 104 °F (0 to +40 °C)
Altitude
Maximum operating altitude: 15,000 feet (4,752 meters)
Humidity
5 to 95% relative humidity (RH) at 122 °F (50 °C)
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Physical dimensions
Weight: 8.94 lbs (20.12 kg)
Refer to figure 3 for height, width, and depth dimensions.
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Figure 3. Model LRA2900A RAS chassis physical dimensions
Security
• Internal database of over 111 static users
• RADIUS Client supporting dual Authorization and Accounting servers
• Framed connections: PPP PAP & CHAP
• Unframed connections: User name login and password
• Dual SNMP/HTTP passwords for monitor and superuser access levels
Management services
• Out-of-Band RS-232 configuration port for management and control
• Remote software upgrade via FTP to internal FLASH memory
• SNMP version 1 configuration management
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• Support for MIB-II (RFC-1213), DS1 MIB (RFC-1406), RIPv2 MIB (RFC 1389), Ethernet MIB (RFC-
1643), Frame Relay DTE MIB (RFC-1315) and Black Box’s enterprise MIB (1768)
• System logging to configuration port, non-volatile FLASH, volatile RAM, SYSLOG Daemon, and
SNMP trap
• RADIUS Accounting
• Dial-in dynamic IP address pool management
• User configurable login prompts and banners
• Status reporting of all access server parameters
• Built in HTTP server for complete configuration and control using a standard Web browser
Figure 4. Model LRA2900A front panel LEDs
LED display
The front panel (see figure 4) includes LEDs for:
• POWER: Green if power is being applied. Flashing if a power supply has failed.
• CPU FAIL: Red if the CPU has failed.
• ALARM: Red if the Model LRA2900A is in an alarm state.
• SYSTEM: Green if the RAS is operating normally.
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• ETHERNET: Green if link status is nominal for the Ethernet port.
• CALLS ACT: Green to indicate call activity on the Model LRA2900A.
• WAN STATUS: Green indicates normal status at each of the four T1/E1/PRI links. Red indicates an error.
Approvals
The Model LRA2900A RAS has achieved the following approvals:
• FCC Part 15, Class A
• FCC Part 15, Class B
• FCC Part 68
• Complies with UL1950 (MET)
• Canadian cMET
• Canadian CS-03
• EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
• Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC (EN60950)
• ITU-T CTR-4 and CTR-12
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Software overview
The Black Box Model LRA2900A supports all common remote access services as well as integrated routing and
forwarding (see table 3). Authentication and network management offer control and detailed monitoring from
any web browser. From the PSTN, the Model LRA2900A RAS will accept either T1/E1 or PRI connections,
with support for both channel associated or common channel signaling.
Table 3. Software overview
Parameter Modem Support
WAN Protocols V.92/V.90 (28,000–56,000) • K56 Flex (32,000–56,000) • V.34 Annex 12 (2,400–
33,600) • V.34 (2,400–28,800) • V.8bis (capabilities negotiations) • V.32bis (7,200–14,400
with trellis encoding) • V.32 (4,800 & 9,600) • V.22 (600, 1,200, & 2,400) • V.22bis (600,
1,200, & 2,400) • V.21 (300 bps) • Bell 212A (1,200 bps) • Bell 103 (300 bps) • Bell 202
(75/1,200 bps) • EIA PN-2330 and low-speed data modem automode procedures • Modulation supervision for automatic rate selection • Bit error performance monitoring for automatic
fallback and fall-forward • V.14 synch to async con-version (buffered/direct) • V.42 sync to
async conversion with error correction • V.42bis compression • 64K HDLC Digital ISDN • Userselectable modulation and speeds
LAN Protocols SLIP • Sync/Async PPP with dial-up auto-detection • Multilink PPP & Multichassis MultiLink with
L2TP tunneling • LCP • IPCP with MS extensions • Frame Relay RFC 1490 IP Encapsulation •
User configurable PVCs • User-selectable 2-, 3-, or 4-byte DLCI address field formats • Congestion recognition and management • Individual DLCI statistics • Current throughput indication
(10-second average) • Online help • 802.3 Ethernet, ARP, RARP, IP over Ethernet
PSTN Connectivity T1/CT1 • Robbed Bit with Ground Start, Loop Start, E&M Wink, E&M Immediate, Taiwan R1 •
Office Side Robbed Bit • PRI/Q.931 Switch Support: NI1, AT&T/Lucent, DMS •T1/E1 Nearand Far-end Statistics • User Selectable Time Slot allocation • E1/CE1 with MFR2 with user
configurable inter-register codes • PRI Switch Support: NET5/CTR-4, TS014, INS1500 • Drop
& Insert with signaling conversion • Digital Cross Connect with multiple clock source fail-over
protection • NFAS
IP Services TCP/IP suite with extensive protocol statistics • ICMP with redirect enable/disable • TFTP • FTP
• RLOGIN • TELNET • Proxy ARP • IP over Point-to-Point Protocol • IP over Ethernet • Van
Jacobson TCP Header Compression • PPP address and protocol compression • RIP and RIPv2
dynamic route distribution with support for Multiple RIP interfaces • User configurable static
routes with gateway/host/interface routes • TCP clear connection (TCPRAW) • Dial-in NetBIOS
UDP broadcast enable/disable • IP Encapsulation within IP (RFC 2003)
Management HTTP • SNMPv2 with MIB II • TELNET • RS232 Console port • SYSLOG client • Remote soft-
ware upgrade via FTP • Complete dial-in statistics including the viewing of active calls, previous
15 dead calls, administrative call termination • Selectable login time limit • Selectable idle time
limit • Selectable session total time limit • Dial-in dynamic IP address pool management • Dialout via Telnet with user configurable port numbers • Layer 3 & Layer 4 IP Filters with auto-default
for dial-in users
Authentication RFC 2138 & RFC 2139 RADIUS client with packet format selection and authentication statistics
with user configurable timeout/retry parameters • PAP & CHAP • CLID/ANI/DNIS • ASCII
Username & Password • Internal Static Users Database (111 entries)
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Chapter contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................23
Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS.................................................................................................................23
RAS chassis installation..........................................................................................................................................23
Cable installation...................................................................................................................................................24
Installing the power cables ..............................................................................................................................24
Grounding the Model LRA2900A ..................................................................................................................25
Connecting the Ethernet ports ........................................................................................................................25
Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet switch or hub ...............................................26
Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet-capable workstation .....................................26
Connecting the EIA-561 RS-232 configuration port ......................................................................................26
Connecting to the T1/E1/PRI WAN ports .....................................................................................................27
Completing the hardware installation....................................................................................................................27
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Introduction
This chapter contains the following procedures for installing the Model LRA2900A RAS:
• “Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS”—lists the contents of the RAS shipping container
• “RAS chassis installation”—describes installing the RAS on a flat surface or in a standard 19–inch rack.
• “Cable installation” on page 24—describes installing the power and network interface cables
• “Completing the hardware installation” on page 27—describes testing the RAS hardware to verify that it is
ready for software configuration.
Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS
Inspect the shipping carton for external damage. Note any damage before removing the container contents.
Report equipment damage to the shipping carrier immediately for claim purposes. Save all packing materials in
case you need to return an item to the factory for servicing.
The RAS comes with the following items:
• The LRA2900A Series Remote Access Server (RAS)
• A DB-9-to-RJ-45 (EIA-561) cable, 10 foot (3 meters)
• Control port interface cable, 10 foot (3 meters), standard CAT-5 cable
• Two WAN connection cables, 10 foot (3 meters) each
• Rack mounting kit with rack ears and mounting hardware
• CD-ROM containing product literature and the following documentation:
Remote Access Server Administrator’s Reference Guide
Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide
Note Power cables are shipped separately from the Model LRA2900A RAS.
RAS chassis installation
Do the following:
1. If you have not done so already, remove the RAS from its shipping container.
Note The RAS should be placed as close as possible to the termination jack
provided by the Telco. Avoid installing the RAS in a location where
the power cords or network interface cables could be accidentally disconnected. The location should be well ventilated. Do not block the
RAS’s cooling vents.
2. If you are installing the RAS in a 19-inch rack, go to step 3. Otherwise, place the RAS at the desired loca-
tion, then go to “Cable installation” on page 24.
3. Install the rack mounting ears onto the RAS using the mounting hardware provided.
4. Place the RAS at the desired position in the rack.
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UNIT EQUIPPED WITH DUAL SUPPLIES
DISCONNECT BOTH SUPPLIES
BEFORE SERVICING
90-264V
(50-60 Hz)
2 AMP
10/100
ETHERNET
UNIT EQUIPPED WITH DUAL SUPPLIES
DISCONNECT BOTH SUPPLIES
BEFORE SERVICING
90-264V
(50-60 Hz)
2 AMP
10/100
ETHERNET
5. Secure the RAS in position with the mounting screws.
Cable installation
This section describes installing the power, ground, and network interface cables.
Installing the power cables
This section describes installing the female end of the power cables into the IEC-320 connectors on the RAS.
Do not connect the male end of the power cables to the power outlet at this time. Do the following:
1. Install a power cable into an IEC-320 connector (see figure 5).
Power cable retainer clip
Grounding stud
IEC-320 connector
(2 places)
Figure 5. IEC-320 connector and grounding stud locations
To avoid the risk of injury from electric shock, the power cords connected to
the IEC-320 connectors must be grounded power cords.
2. Rotate the power cable retainer clip so it secures the power cable plug in the IEC-320 connector as shown
in figure 6.
Grounding stud
Power cable retainer clip
Figure 6. Power cable retainer clip
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10/100
ETHERNET
RS-232
CONFIG
T1/E1/PRI WAN PORTS
1
234
EXPANSION MODULE
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the remaining power cable.
Grounding the Model LRA2900A
Do the following:
1. Assemble a ground wire using #10 AWG wire with green-colored insulation and two ring terminals. Make
the wire long enough to reach one of the following ground sources:
– The building ground rod (generally located at the site’s main service entrance)
– A sprinkler system pipe
– A cold-water pipe
– Building structural steel
To avoid the risk of personal injury, the distance between ground and the
equipment rack must not exceed the distance specified in either local electrical
codes or the National Electrical Code.
2. Install the ground wire between the grounding stud (see figure 6) and the grounding source.
Connecting the Ethernet ports
The RAS has a single 10/100 Ethernet interface for connection to your LAN (see figure 7). The Ethernet port
will autosense the correct speed of the local LAN and automatically negotiate half- or full-duplex operation.
This section describes connecting the RAS to the Ethernet LAN via an Ethernet hub, switch, or workstation.
T1/E1/PRI WAN PORTS
(RJ-48C connectors)
RS-232 CONFIG
(RJ-45 connector)
(EIA-561)
10/100 ETHERNET
(RJ-45 connector)
Figure 7. Model LRA2900A network and configuration ports
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Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet switch or hub
The 10/100Base-T Ethernet port (see figure 7 on page 25) is designed to connect to an Ethernet switch or
hub. Connect a straight-through CAT-5 cable (one wired as shown in figure 8) between the RAS and the hub/
switch.
RJ-45 Jack
(TX+) Transmit Data +
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
(TX-) Transmit Data -
2
(RX+) Receive Data +
3
4
5
(RX-) Receive Data -
6
7
8
DirectionSignal Name
Output
Output
Input
Input
Figure 8. Straight-through RJ-45-to-RJ-45 Ethernet cable diagram
Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet-capable workstation
The 10/100Base-T Ethernet port can connect to a single Ethernet-capable workstation by means of a crossover cable. Refer to figure 9 to assemble a cross-connect cable that will connect between the NIC Ethernet port
in the workstation and the RAS 10/100Base-T Ethernet port.
10Base-T Workstation
RJ-45 Pin No.
(TX+)
1
(TX-)
2
(RX+)
3
(RX-)
6
RAS 10/100Base-T Port
RJ-45 Pin No.
(RX+)
3
(RX-)
6
(RX+)
1
(TX-)
2
Figure 9. Cross-over RJ-45-to-RJ-45 Ethernet cable diagram
Connecting the EIA-561 RS-232 configuration port
Install the supplied DB-9-to-RJ-45 cable between the RAS RS-232 port (see figure 7 on page 25) and an open
serial port on your computer. If you need to assemble your own cable, refer to the pinout diagram in figure 10.
RJ-45 Jack Signal NameDB-9
6 DSR
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1 CD
4 DTR
5 SG
2 RD (driven by access server)
3 TD (received by access server)
8 CTS (driven by access server)
7 RTS (received by access server)
Figure 10. DB-9-to-RJ-45 cable diagram
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(No other electrical
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Connecting to the T1/E1/PRI WAN ports
An active T1/E1/PRI is not necessary to configure the RAS. However, an active T1/E1/PRI connection is
required to receive or make calls. The factory-set default configuration of the access server has the T1/E1 ports
disabled.
Note The cable connecting the T1/E1/PRI WAN ports to the RJ-48C ter-
mination jack should be CAT-3 or higher and extend no farther than
1 mile from the digital services termination.
1. Refer to figure 11 for the T1/E1/PRI RJ-48C pinout diagram.
RJ-45 Jack
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Signal Name
(RX) Receive (RING)
1
(RX) Receive (TIP)
2
3
(TX) Transmit (RING)4
5 (TX) Transmit (TIP)
6
7
8
Figure 11. T1/E1/PRI RJ-48C pinout diagram
2. Attach the network cable from the telephone network demarc to the Primary T1/E1/PRI port (RJ-48C)
on the RAS.
Note For 75-ohm twin-coax E1 connections, use the Black Box Model
MT 242A E1 120-ohm/75-ohm adapter to convert from a 75-ohm
dual-coax to the 120-ohm twisted-pair interface the RAS uses.
Completing the hardware installation
This section verifies that the RAS hardware is operational to the point where you can begin configuring the
software settings.
The RAS power supply automatically adjusts to
accept an input voltage of from 90 to 260 VAC (50 to
60 Hz).
Verify that the proper voltage is present before plugging the power cord into the receptacle. Failure to do
so could result in equipment damage.
1. Verify that the AC power cord included with your RAS is compatible with local standards.
2. Connect the male end of the power cord to an appropriate power outlet.
3. Verify that the green POWER LED is lit. If the POWER LED is flashing
green, refer to Chapter 5, “Trou-
bleshooting and maintenance”.
Hardware installation is complete. Refer to Chapter 3, “Configuring the RAS for operation”.
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Chapter contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................29
Configuration prerequisites ...................................................................................................................................29
Preparing the RAS for configuration......................................................................................................................29
Configuring the RAS with a Web browser.............................................................................................................33
Opening the RAS Web Administration Pages .................................................................................................33
Home page overview .......................................................................................................................................35
Configuring simple authentication ..................................................................................................................37
No Validation ...........................................................................................................................................37
A Static User .............................................................................................................................................38
Configuring dial-in user information ..............................................................................................................39
Configuring the default gateway .....................................................................................................................41
Configuring line settings and signaling for E1 .................................................................................................42
Configuring the line settings .....................................................................................................................43
Setting the line signaling for an E1/PRI (ISDN) line .................................................................................43
Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 line ...............................................................................................44
Channel assignment ..................................................................................................................................45
Configuring line settings and signaling for T1 ................................................................................................46
Configuring the line settings .....................................................................................................................46
Setting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line .........................................................................................46
Setting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 line ......................................................................................46
Channel assignment ..................................................................................................................................47
Saving your configuration......................................................................................................................................47
Completing the installation ...................................................................................................................................49
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Introduction
This chapter contains the following procedures for configuring the Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server
for operation:
• “Configuration prerequisites”—lists the items you need to have on hand before configuring the RAS.
• “Preparing the RAS for configuration”—describes setting up the RAS IP address and netmask parameters.
• “Configuring the RAS with a Web browser” on page 33—describes installing the power and network inter-
face cables
• “Saving your configuration” on page 47—tells you how to save the configuration settings.
• “Completing the installation” on page 49—describes testing the RAS to verify that it is fully operational
Configuration prerequisites
You will need the following to configure the RAS:
• A PC with a serial port and a VT-100 terminal program
• A PC with an Ethernet port and a WWW browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Communica-
tor) connected to the remote access server’s local LAN
• The IP address and subnet mask for the RAS’s Ethernet port
• A range of IP addresses to be assigned to the dial-in users (IP pool)
• The IP addresses of the domain name servers (DNS)
• The IP address of the default gateway
Note Before installing the RAS, you will need the following information
from your local telephone company (telco):
• The line type and encoding of the T1/E1 line
• The signalling of the E1 (ISDN or MFCR2) line or the signalling
of the T1 line. If the signalling for E1 is MFCR2, you will need the
number of digits the telco will send over the line for the called
number and the calling number
• The voice channels that are active on the T1/E1 line
Preparing the RAS for configuration
Before the RAS can be configured the IP address and the netmask needs to be set up. This setup is done
through the RS-232 CONFIG port on the RAS.
1. If you have not done so already, install the supplied DB-9-to-RJ-45 cable between the RAS RS-232 port
(see figure 7 on page 25) and an open serial port on your computer.
2. Start a new VT-100 terminal session configured with the following characteristics:
– Direct connection to COM port
– 19.2 kbps
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– 8 bits
– No Parity
– 1 Stop bit
– No flow control
3. Set up HyperTerminal™ as follows:
– Open a HyperTerminal session.
– Enter a name for this connection.
– Click on the Connect using: pop-up menu and choose the Direct to ComX option (where X is the number
of the COM port onto which you connected the cable in step 1) (see figure 12).
Figure 12. Hyperterminal properties
– Configure the COM port settings as shown in figure 13.
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Figure 13. COM properties
Figure 14. Terminal keys configuration
– Configure the Settings for Function, arrow and ctrl keys act as to Terminal keys as shown in figure 14.
4. Press <RETURN> to display the login window, which will resemble that shown in figure 15.
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Figure 15. Login window
5. Type superuser as the default username and password, then press <RETURN>. The Top Level Man-
agement window displays (see figure 16).
Figure 16. VT-100 Top Level Management window
6. Select option f Ethernet.
7. Select a PrimaryIpAddress to set the Ethernet IP address.
8. Type the IP address at the > prompt, then press <RETURN>.
9. Use the left arrow key to return to the previous menu.
10. Select b PrimaryIpMask to set the Ethernet IP subnet mask.
11. Type the IP netmask at the > prompt, then press <RETURN>.
The RAS is now prepared for configuration using a Web browser.
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Note The default gateway has not been configured at this time. You can
access the web pages with a PC located on the same network as the
RAS or you must configure the default gateway using HyperTerminal. Select i IP then 2 Default Gateway.
Configuring the RAS with a Web browser
This section describes configuring the following:
• User authentication
• Dial-in user configuration
• Default gateway
Opening the RAS Web Administration Pages
Do the following:
1. Connect the RAS to the LAN.
2. Start a Web browser session and go to the URL:
http://<the.ras.ip.address>
where the <the.ras.ip.address> is the IP address of the RAS entered in Step 8.
3. When the username and password window displays, type superuser as the username and password,
then press <RETURN>. The Administration Pages
Home window appears (see figure 17).
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Figure 17. Home page
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Home page overview
The HOME window is divided into two panes: the Configuration Menu pane and the configuration/information pane (see figure 18). The
Configuration Menu contains the links to the various RAS subsystems, while the
configuration/information pane is where you can view status and other information, or make changes to the
system configuration. Unlike the Configuration Menu pane, which looks the same no matter which subsystem
page you may move to, the configuration/information pane contents will change as you move from one subsystem page to another.
Figure 18. HOME page window panes
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From the Home page, the following actions can be performed:
• Record Current Configuration—clicking on this button (figure 19) causes the current configuration to be
stored in FLASH memory. Any changes made to the RAS configuration are stored in non-volatile RAM
first. This allows the user to set the box up with a working configuration before committing it to FLASH.
Configuration changes become permanent when you select Record Current Configuration. You will lose all
changes not stored to FLASH the next time the RAS is re-booted.
Figure 19. Immediate Actions buttons
• Hard Reset—this button (figure 19) causes the RAS to perform a cold restart. When you select Hard Reset,
the RAS confirms that you want to execute this command. Then, the RAS will disconnect all current sessions, re-initialize the interfaces, and re-load configuration parameters from FLASH.
• Set Factory Default Configuration—this button (figure 19) clears out the configuration in FLASH and
loads the factory default parameters into FLASH memory. The factory default settings will not execute on
the RAS until it is re-booted.
Note Set Factory Default Configuration (figure 19) will delete any routing
information, the RAS’s Ethernet IP address, and any other site specific settings made for your particular installation. You will have to reenter the RAS’s Ethernet IP address and netmask using the front
panel control port in order to use the HTTP/HTML Management pages.
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Configuring simple authentication
The following sections describe two methods for configuring simple authentication to test the setup.
No Validation
A No Validation authentication setting means that the user will be able to log in without requiring a username
or password.
1. Select
Authentication on the Configuration Menu. The Authentication window displays (see figure 20).
Figure 20. Authentication main window
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Figure 21. Authentication Configuration window
2. Click on Modify. The Authentication Configuration window appears (see figure 21).
3. Change
Validation
4. Click on the
to
noValidation(0)
Submit Query button.
.
A Static User
The Static User authentication setting means that the user will have to use the static username and password
you create to log in.
1. Select
Authentication on the Configuration Menu. The Authentication window displays (see figure 20 on
page 37).
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2. To add an entry in the static user database (see figure 22), fill in the ID with a number not currently in use.
Figure 22. Static User Identification window
3. Add the desired username and password.
4. Click on the
5. Click on
6. Change
7. Click on the
Submit Query button.
Modify. The Authentication Configuration window appears (see figure 21 on page 38).
Validation
to
StaticUsers(1)
Submit Query button.
Note Static Users or RADIUS are not used if validation is set to
noValidation(0)
.
.
Configuring dial-in user information
1. Click on Dial-in in the Configuration Menu. The Dial-In main window appears (see figure 23).
Figure 23. Dial-in main window
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2. Click on Modify. The Modify Dial-In window appears (see figure 24).
Figure 24. Modify Dial-In window, Login section
3. The IP address pool contains the IP addresses that are assigned dynamically to the dial-in connections.
Type the IP address pool in the space provided. The IP addresses can be non-contiguous addresses configured as follows:
– Blocks of IP addresses are designated with a dash (-) separating the first and last host in the block (for
example, 192.49.110.151-155)
– The addresses can be from a subnet other than the local network the RAS is on
– The IP address pool can have IP addresses from multiple subnets. The subnets must be separated by a
semi-colon (for example, 192.155.155.1-6; 192.155.160.41-46)
Note The IP address pool is limited to 39 characters.
4. Click the
Submit Query button under the section.
Note Each section in the Modify Dial-In window has its own Submit
Query button. In order for a change in a particular section to take
place, that section’s submit query button must be selected before
making changes elsewhere.
5. Scroll down to the Domain Name Server section of the Modify Dial-In window (see figure 25).
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Figure 25. Modify Dial-In window, Domain Name Server section
6. Enter in the IP Address of the primary and secondary domain name servers (DNS). The DNS enables
users to find locations on the Internet.
7. Click on
Submit Query.
Configuring the default gateway
Do the following to add the default gateway (if it was not already configured through HyperTerminal):
1. Select
IP on the Configuration Menu, then click on Routing Info…(see figure 26).
Figure 26. IP Routing Information window
2. Type the IP address of the router forwarding packets to the Internet in the Gateway box. This is the default
gateway.
3. Click on the
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Configuring line settings and signaling for E1
1. Select T1/E1 Link on the Configuration Menu. The T1/E1 Link Activity window appears (see figure 27).
Figure 27. T1/E1 Link Activity window
2. Link: 1 corresponds to Line 1 on the RAS. This is the primary link for dial-in callers. Under Link 1, Click
on
Configuration then Modify. The Line Interface Settings section of the WAN Circuit Configuration
window appears (see figure 28).
Figure 28. WAN Circuit Configuration window, Line Interface Settings section
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Configuring the line settings
1. Click on the Line Type pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42) and choose from the following options:
– For an E1/PRI line your options will be either dsx1E1(4) or dsx1E1-CRC(5)
– For an E1/R2 line your options will be either dsx1E1-MF(6) or dsx1E1-CRC-MF(7)
2. Click on the
Line Coding pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42) and choose either dsx1AMI(5) or
dsxHDB3(3). Most installations will use HDB3.
3. Click on the
4. Click on
Line Build Out pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42) and select e1pulse(1).
Yellow Alarm Format pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42) and choose from the following
options:
– For an E1/PRI line choose linkYellowFormatDL(2)
– For an E1/R2 line choose linkYellowAlarmFormatBit2(1)
5. Click on
Submit Query.
At this point, the WAN front panel LEDs will become active. A solid green FRAME light indicator means that
the RAS has synchronized with the E1 line.
If you have an E1/PRI (ISDN) line, refer to “Setting the line signaling for an E1/PRI (ISDN) line”. Otherwise,
refer to “Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 line”.
Figure 29. WAN Circuit Configuration window, signaling Settings section
Setting the line signaling for an E1/PRI (ISDN) line
Do the following:
1. Scroll down the
WAN Circuit Configuration window, until the Signaling Settings section appears (see
figure 29).
2. Click on the
3. Click on the
4. Click on
Signal Mode pop-up menu and choose messageOriented(4).
Message Oriented Switch Type pop-up menu (see figure 29) and choose CTR4(3).
Submit Query.
Signaling is now configured for E1/PRI.
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Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 line
Do the following:
1. Scroll down the
WAN Circuit Configuration window, until the Signaling Settings section appears (see
figure 29).
2. Click on the
3. Click on
4. Select
Signal Mode pop-up menu and choose bitOriented(3).
Submit Query.
MFR Version 2 on the Configuration Menu, then click on Modify. The MFR Version 2 Modify win-
dow appears (see figure 30).
Figure 30. MFR Version 2 Modify window
5. Click on the Country pop-up menu. If your country is not available, select ituStandard(1).
6. Click on
7. Scroll down to the
Submit.
Interregister signaling section.
8. Type the Called Number Total Digits in the box provided. This setting tells the RAS how many digits to
expect from the phone company. The called Number is the number a user dials to call into the RAS.
9. Set the First/Middle and Last Response Codes. These are the codes the switch expects after each digit sent
by the switch.
10. Click on
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11. Type the Calling Number Total Digits in the box provided. This setting tells the RAS how many digits to
expect from the phone company. This number is the calling party’s phone number or Caller-ID information.
12. Set the First/Middle and Last Response Codes. These are the codes the switch expects after each digit sent
by the switch.
13. Click on Submit.
signaling is now configured for MFC-R2.
Note The information entered into the Interregister Signaling section must
match the information the telco provided. If the information entered
is not the same, the RAS may not answer calls. In some installations,
the phone company will send a special tone to alert that it is done
sending the Calling Number. In this case, the value in the Total Digits box does not have to match the telephone company’s exactly.
Channel assignment
This section describes configuring the RAS so it will know which channels are active. Do the following:
1. Select
T1/E1 Link on the Configuration Menu. The T1/E1 Link Activity window appears (see figure 27 on
page 42).
2. Click on
Channel Assignment. The WAN Circuit Channel Assignment window appears (see figure 31).
Figure 31. WAN Circuit Channel Assignment window
3. Click on the Dialin button located under Set all channels to:.
4. Click on
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Configuring line settings and signaling for T1
1. Select T1/E1 Link on the Configuration Menu. The T1/E1 Link Activity window appears (see figure 27 on
page 42).
Link: 1 corresponds to Line 1 on the RAS. This is the primary link for dial-in callers. Under Link 1, Click
2.
on
Configuration then Modify. The Line Interface Settings section of the WAN Circuit Configuration
window appears (see figure 28 on page 42).
Configuring the line settings
1. Click on the Line Type pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42) and choose from the following options:
– dsx1ESF Extended SuperFrame DS1
– dsx1D4 AT&T D4 format DS1
– For ISDN PRI service, set the line type to dsx1ESF
2. Click on the
Line Coding pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42). The most common options are:
dsx1B8ZS and dsx1AMI. For ISDN PRI service, set the line coding to dsx1B8ZS.
3. Click on the
4. Click on the
5. Click on
Line Build Out pop-up menu (see figure 28 on page 42) and select t1pulse0dB(1).
Yellow Alarm Format pop-up menu and choose linkYellowFormatBit2(1).
Submit Query.
At this point, the WAN front panel LEDs will become active. A solid green FRAME light indicator means that
the RAS has synchronized with the T1 line.
If you have an T1/PRI (ISDN) line, refer to “Setting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line”. Otherwise, refer
to “Setting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 line”.
Setting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line
Do the following:
1. Scroll down the
WAN Circuit Configuration window, until the signaling Settings section appears (see
figure 29 on page 43).
2. Click on the
3. Click on the
Signal Mode pop-up menu and choose messageOriented(4).
Message Oriented Switch Type pop-up menu (see figure 29 on page 43) and choose either
ni1(National ISDN 1), dms(Nortel Switch) or att(AT&T Customer).
4. Click on Submit Query.
Signaling is now configured for ISDN/PRI.
Setting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 line
Do the following:
1. Scroll down the
WAN Circuit Configuration window, until the signaling Settings section appears (see
figure 29 on page 43).
2. Click on the
3. Click on
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Signal Mode pop-up menu and choose robbedBit(3).
Submit Query.
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4. Click on the Robbed-Bit signaling Protocol pop-up menu and choose LinkGroundStart, LinkLoopStart, or
LinkEMWinkStart.
5. Click on
6. Click on the
Submit Query.
Yellow Alarm Format pop-up menu and choose one of the following options:
– For T1 lines with D4/AMI settings, this should be set to linkYellowFormatBit(1).
– For T1 lines with ESF/B8ZS this should be set to linkYellowFormatDL(2).
7. Click on
Submit Query.
Channel assignment
This section describes configuring the RAS so it will know which channels are active. Do the following:
1. Select
T1/E1 Link on the Configuration Menu. The T1/E1 Link Activity window appears (see figure 27 on
page 42).
2. Click on
Channel Assignment. The WAN Circuit Channel Assignment window appears (see figure 31 on
page 45).
3. Click on the
Dialin button under the Set all channels to: section. Channels 25 through 30 are ignored for
T1/PRI lines.
4. Click on
Submit Query.
Saving your configuration
The basic configuration for the RAS is now finished. Do the following to save your configuration settings:
1. Select
2. Click on the
Home on the Configuration Menu. The Home window appears (see figure 17 on page 34).
Record Current Configuration button (see figure 19 on page 36).
Note Failing to click on the Record Current Configuration button before
you power down or reset the RAS will cause your changes to be lost.
3. The Import/Export function enables you to make a backup (or export) copy of your access server’s configu-
ration parameters. By exporting the configurations, the saved files can quickly be loaded (or imported) into
a replacement access server—greatly speeding up the installation process should an access server need
replacing.
Note All actions for Import/Export require superuser access privileges.
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4. To import or export a configuration, click on Import/Export under the Configuration Menu to display the
Import/Export main window (see figure 32).
Figure 32. Import/Export main window
5. To export the flash configuration, click on the Export Flash link on the Import/Export main page. The
access server will display text configuration information resembling that shown in figure 33.
Figure 33. Typical access server flash memory configuration data
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To save the displayed data as a text file, select the Save option on your browser (see figure 34). For example,
under Netscape, select
parameters to a text file. Select the location where you want the file stored, type a file name, and click
File > Save As. A dialog box will display enabling you to save the contents of the export
Save.
Figure 34. Saving the access server flash memory configuration data as a text file
Completing the installation
This section verifies that the RAS is fully operational.
1. Temporarily disconnect the male ends of both power cords from the power outlet. Wait 30 seconds, then
plug the power cords in again.
2. Verify that the green POWER LED is lit. If the POWER LED is flashing green, refer to Chapter 5, “Trou-
bleshooting and maintenance”.
3. Verify that the Link 1 Frame LED illuminates, indicating that the RAS is synchronizing with the T1/E1/
PRI signal.
4. Verify that after 5 seconds, the Link A Error LED begins flashing, indicating that the RAS is satisfied with
the quality of the T1/E1/PRI signal.
5. Verify that after 10 seconds, the Link A Error LED extinguishes, indicating that the RAS is satisfied with
the network signal and that the link is ready for use.
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Note If the RAS does not respond as described, the most likely cause is that
the RAS default settings are not compatible with the T1/E1 line. If
this is the case, use the RS-232 CONFIG port to correct the RAS settings. You will have to examine the T1/E1 Link section in the configuration pages in the RAS.
6. There are two LEDs on the RAS 10/100 Ethernet port: a green LED that indicates line speed, and a yellow
LED that indicates link status and activity.
Verify that the yellow LED is either flashing yellow (meaning that packets are being received at the Ethernet port) or solid yellow (meaning that the link is valid but no packets are being received).
Congratulations! Your RAS is now installed. For more in-depth information about configuring your RAS settings, refer to the Access Server Administrator’s Reference Guide included on your RAS CD-ROM. Otherwise,
refer to Chapter 4, “Operation and shutdown” for information on activating and de-activating your remote
access server.
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Chapter contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................53
Activating the RAS ................................................................................................................................................53
De-activating the RAS...........................................................................................................................................53
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Introduction
This chapter describes how to start or power-down the RAS.
Activating the RAS
Once the RAS has been installed, no operator action is required under normal conditions; the RAS is designed
for unattended operation. The RAS does not have a power switch. When either power supply is connected to
power, the RAS will immediately begin its boot-up cycle. However, both power supplies must be connected to
power for the redundancy feature to work.
When power is applied to the RAS the following should occur:
1. The POWER LED illuminates.
2. The Link 1 Frame LED illuminates, indicating that the RAS is synchronizing with the T1/E1/PRI signal.
3. After 5 seconds, the Link A Error LED flashes, indicating that the RAS is satisfied with the quality of the
T1/E1/PRI signal.
4. After 10 seconds, the Link A Error LED extinguishes, indicating that the RAS is satisfied with the network
signal and that the link is ready for use.
5. There are two LEDs on the RAS 10/100 Ethernet port: a green LED that indicates line speed, and a yellow
LED that indicates link status and activity.
The yellow LED is either flashing yellow (meaning that packets are being received at the Ethernet port) or
solid yellow (meaning that the link is valid but no packets are being received).
The green LED is either lit (indicating 100 Mbps operation) or off (indicating 10 Mbps operation).
Note The green LED reflects the speed of the last valid Ethernet
connection.
The RAS is operational.
De-activating the RAS
Perform the following procedure to deactivate the RAS.
1. Disconnect the male ends of both power cords from the power distribution strip or to a wall outlet.
2. Verify that the POWER LED extinguishes.
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Chapter contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................55
Fault analysis .........................................................................................................................................................56
Periodic maintenance ............................................................................................................................................58
Calibration ......................................................................................................................................................58
Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................................58
Replacing the RAS ..........................................................................................................................................58
Exporting the current RAS configuration ..................................................................................................58
Removing the defective RAS .....................................................................................................................60
Installing the replacement RAS .................................................................................................................61
Verifying the hardware installation ............................................................................................................61
Importing a saved configuration ................................................................................................................61
Completing the installation .......................................................................................................................65
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Introduction
This chapter describes troubleshooting and fault analysis that can be performed by the operator. If you require
more help, contact Black Box technical support at 724-746-5500. Refer to table 4 for a list of common symptoms and suggested remedies.
Note The following information assumes that there is only one failure
involving the RAS and that if you perform the corrective action
listed, it will solve the problem.
Table 4. Symptoms
Problem Corrective Action
POWER LED is extinguished Verify that power is being supplied to the RAS.
POWER LED is flashing One of the power supplies has malfunctioned. The RAS will function nor-
mally indefinitely with one power supply, so you can wait until a low traffic time, then refer to “Replacing the RAS” on page 58 to replace the
RAS.
CPU FAIL LED is lit CPU has failed. As soon as possible, unplug both power cables from the
RAS, wait 30 seconds, then plug the cables back into the RAS to see if
the problem disappears. If the CPU FAIL LED is still lit after the RAS completes the power-up cycle, refer to “Replacing the RAS” on page 58 to
replace the RAS.
ALARM LED is lit Indicates that an alarm condition has been detected.
SYSTEM LED is extinguished The RAS is not functioning properly. As soon as possible, unplug both
power cables from the RAS, wait 30 seconds, then plug the cables back
into the RAS to see if the problem disappears. If the SYSTEM LED is still lit
after the RAS completes the power-up cycle, refer to “Replacing the RAS”
on page 58 to replace the RAS.
10/100 ETHERNET yellow LED is
extinguished
• A valid link has not been detected. Verify that the cable is plugged
into the hub, switch, or workstation and the RAS.
• Verify that the hub, switch, or workstation is powered on.
• Replace the cable. If the problem still exists, refer to “Replacing the
RAS” on page 58 to replace the RAS. If the problem still exists, troubleshoot the hub, switch, or workstation.
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Fault analysis
The following procedures outline steps you should follow when troubleshooting a RAS malfunction.
1. If possible, talk to the person who filed the trouble complaint and determine the operational symptoms.
Record the symptoms on the appropriate trouble report form (include the front panel LED indications).
2. Refer to table 5 for LED definitions and compare the recorded results from the trouble report against those
in the table, then refer to the section recommended in the table for the maintenance procedure that will
repair the malfunction.
Table 5. LED definitions
LED Location Color Status Meaning
POWER Front panel Green On solid Power is being applied. No action recom-
mended.
Flashing A power supply has failed. One of the power supplies
has malfunctioned. The RAS will function normally indefinitely with one power supply, so you can wait until a low
traffic time, then refer to “Replacing the RAS” on
page 58 to replace the RAS.
Off No input power is being applied. Verify that
power is being supplied to the RAS.
CPU FAIL Front panel Red On solid The CPU has failed. As soon as possible, unplug both
power cables from the RAS, wait 30 seconds, then plug
the cables back into the RAS to see if the problem disappears. If the CPU FAIL LED is still lit after the RAS completes the power-up cycle, refer to “Replacing the RAS”
on page 58 to replace the RAS.
Off The CPU is operating normally. No action recom-
mended.
ALARM Front panel Red On solid A minor alarm condition has been detected.
Flashing A major alarm condition has been detected.
Off The RAS is operating normally. No action rec-
ommended.
SYSTEM Front panel Green
Flashing The RAS is operating normally. No action rec-
ommended.
Off The RAS has malfunctioned. The RAS is not functioning
properly. As soon as possible, unplug both power cables
from the RAS, wait 30 seconds, then plug the cables
back into the RAS to see if the problem disappears. If the
SYSTEM LED is still lit after the RAS completes the powerup cycle, refer to “Replacing the RAS” on page 58 to
replace the RAS.
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Table 5. LED definitions
LED Location Color Status Meaning
ETHERNET Front panel Green Off
• A valid link has not been detected.
• Verify that the cable is plugged into the hub, switch,
or workstation and the RAS.
• Verify that the hub, switch, or workstation is powered
on.
Replace the cable. If the problem still exists, refer to
“Replacing the RAS” on page 58 to replace the RAS. If
the problem still exists, troubleshoot the hub, switch, or
workstation.
On solid Link status is nominal for the Ethernet port. No action rec-
ommended.
CALLS ACT Front panel Green
WAN PORT— FRAME Front panel Green On solid Indicates normal activity at each of the four T1/E1/PRI
WAN PORT— ERROR Front panel Red On solid Indicates signal from WAN is not present.
10/100 ETHERNET Rear panel Yellow On solid Link is valid but no packets are seen. No action recom-
On solid Indicates call activity on the RAS. No action
recommended.
Flashing A call is incoming. No action recommended.
Off No active calls on the RAS. No action recom-
mended.
links. No action recommended.
Flashing Indicates that the RAS is detecting the network, but is
unable to synchronize with it.
Off Indicates an error.
Flashing Intermittent errors on the WAN port are recognized.
Off Indicates normal activity at each of the four T1/E1/PRI
links. No errors recognized.
mended.
Off
• A valid link has not been detected.
• Verify that the cable is plugged into the hub, switch,
or workstation and the RAS.
• Verify that the hub, switch, or workstation is powered
on.
• Replace the cable. If the problem still exists, refer to
“Replacing the RAS” on page 58 to replace the RAS.
If the problem still exists, troubleshoot the hub,
switch, or workstation.
Flashing Packets are detected at the Ethernet port. No action rec-
ommended.
10/100 ETHERNET Rear panel Green On solid 100 Mbps speed. No action recommended.
Off 10 Mbps speed. No action recommended.
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Periodic maintenance
Other than using a lint-free cloth to clean dust off the RAS chassis, the RAS requires no periodic maintenance.
Calibration
The RAS requires no calibration.
Maintenance
This section describes replacing the RAS.
Replacing the RAS
If you isolate a problem to the a RAS component, the entire RAS must be replaced as follows:
Exporting the current RAS configuration
The Import/Export function enables you to make a backup (or export) copy of your access server’s configuration parameters. By exporting the configurations, the saved files can quickly be loaded (or imported) into a
replacement access server—greatly speeding up the installation process should an access server need replacing.
1. If you already have a recently exported backup of your configuration, go to “Removing the defective RAS”
on page 60.
2. To export a configuration, connect your Web browser to the Administration Pages, then click on Import/
Export under the Configuration Menu to display the Import/Export main window (see figure 35).
Figure 35. Import/Export main window
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Note The parameters that will be exported are the power-up settings as
they are stored in flash memory and may not be the current operating
parameters. To ensure that you export the most current parameters,
go to
HOME, then click on the Record Current Configuration button
under
Immediate Actions.
3. To export the flash configuration, click on the
Export Flash link on the Import/Export main page. The
access server will display text configuration information resembling that shown in figure 36.
Figure 36. Typical access server flash memory configuration data
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4. To save the displayed data as a text file, select the Save option on your browser (see figure 37). For exam-
ple, under Netscape, select
File > Save As. A dialog box will display enabling you to save the contents of
the export parameters to a text file. Select the location where you want the file stored, type a file name, and
click
Save.
Figure 37. Saving the access server flash memory configuration data as a text file
Removing the defective RAS
1. Remove the replacement RAS from its shipping container and place it near where the malfunctioning RAS
is located.
2. Unplug both male power cable connectors from their outlets.
3. Rotate the power cord retainer clips out of the way, then remove both power cables from the malfunction-
ing RAS.
4. Disconnect and label the following cables from the malfunctioning RAS:
– the T1/E1/PRI WAN cables
– the RS-232 CONFIG cable
– the 10/100 ETHERNET cable
5. Disconnect the ground wire from the grounding stud.
6. If the RAS is mounted in a rack, remove it from the rack.
7. Place the malfunctioning RAS in the container that the replacement RAS came in so you can return the
RAS for repair.
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Installing the replacement RAS
1. If you are installing the replacement RAS in a 19-inch rack, go to step 2. Otherwise, place the RAS at the
desired location, then go to step 5.
2. Install the rack mounting ears onto the RAS using the mounting hardware provided.
3. Place the RAS at the desired position in the rack.
4. Secure the RAS in position with the mounting screws.
5. Install the ground wire onto the grounding stud.
6. Connect the following cables onto the RAS:
– the T1/E1/PRI WAN cables
– the RS-232 CONFIG cable
– the 10/100 ETHERNET cable
7. Install the power cable into their IEC-320 connectors.
8. Rotate the power cable retainer clips so they secure the power cable plugs in the IEC-320 connectors.
Verifying the hardware installation
1. Connect the male end of the power cord to a power distribution strip or to a wall outlet.
2. Verify that the green POWER LED is lit.
Importing a saved configuration
Before the RAS can be configured the IP address and the netmask needs to be set up. This setup is done
through the RAS RS-232 CONFIG port on the RAS.
1. Install the supplied DB-9-to-RJ-45 cable between the RAS RS-232 port (see figure 7 on page 25) and an
open serial port on your computer.
2. Start a new VT-100 terminal session configured with the following characteristics:
– Direct connection to COM port
– 19.2 kbps
– 8 bits
– No Parity
– 1 Stop bit
– No flow control
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3. Set up HyperTerminal™ as follows:
– Open a HyperTerminal session.
– Enter a name for this connection.
– Click on the Connect using: pop-up menu and choose the Direct to ComX option (where X is the number
of the COM port onto which you connected the cable in step 1) (see figure 38).
Figure 38. HyperTerminal properties
– Configure the COM port settings as shown in figure 39.
Figure 39. COM properties
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– Configure the Settings for Function, arrow and ctrl keys act as to Terminal keys as shown in figure 40.
Figure 40. Terminal keys configuration
4. Press <RETURN> to display the login window (see figure 41).
Figure 41. Login window
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5. Type superuser as the default username and password, then press <RETURN>. The Top Level Man-
agement window displays (see figure 42).
Figure 42. VT-100 Top Level Management window
6. Select option m System.
7. Select option 1 Details.
8. Select g Lan Address to set the IP address for the Ethernet port.
9. Type the IP address at the > prompt, then press <RETURN>.
10. Use the left arrow key to return to the previous menu.
11. Select option h Lan Mask to set the netmask.
12. Type the netmask at the > prompt, then press <RETURN>. The RAS is now prepared for configuration
using a Web browser.
13. To import a saved configuration, connect your Web browser to the Administration Pages, then click on
Import/Export under the Configuration Menu to display the Import/Export main window (see figure 35 on
page 58).
14. To import a configuration file into the RAS, type the complete path and filename for the configuration file
you wish to load or click on the
Browse… button to select the desired file, then click on the Submit Query
button (see figure 35 on page 58).
Upon successfully importing the file, the access server will display Configuration Load Complete, indicating
that the new operating parameters have been loaded into flash memory.
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15. Click on HOME under the Configuration Menu, then click on the Hard Reset button under Immediate
Actions
.
Note Do not select Record Current Configuration after importing configu-
ration parameters.
Completing the installation
This section verifies that the RAS is fully operational.
1. Temporarily disconnect the male ends of both power cords from the power distribution strip or to a wall
outlet. Wait 30 seconds, then plug the power cords in again.
2. Verify that the green POWER LED is lit. If the POWER LED is flashing green, refer to Chapter 5, “Trou-
bleshooting and maintenance”.
3. Verify that the Link 1 Frame LED illuminates, indicating that the RAS is synchronizing with the T1/E1/
PRI signal.
4. Verify that after 5 seconds, the Link A Error LED begins flashing, indicating that the RAS is satisfied with
the quality of the T1/E1/PRI signal.
5. Verify that after 10 seconds, the Link A Error LED extinguishes, indicating that the RAS is satisfied with
the network signal and that the link is ready for use.
6. There are two LEDs on the RAS 10/100 Ethernet port: a yellow LED that indicates link status and activ-
ity, and a green LED that indicates line speed.
Verify that the yellow LED is either flashing yellow (meaning that packets are being received at the Ethernet port) or solid yellow (meaning that the link is valid but no packets are being received).
The RAS is operational.
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